2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Croma | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
